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Free EduProtocol Slide Deck Templates - EdTech Emma
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K to 12
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Eduprotocols offer structured frameworks to enhance and deepen student thinking and understanding through collaboration and creativity. This site offers several Google Slides templates...more
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Eduprotocols offer structured frameworks to enhance and deepen student thinking and understanding through collaboration and creativity. This site offers several Google Slides templates that you can copy and personalize for classroom use. The templates also include basic instructions for using the protocol in the slide notes. To obtain the slides, select a protocol and copy the slide when prompted. Although these slides are for use in middle- to high-school English classrooms, they are adaptable to any grade and subject area.
tag(s): critical thinking (166), teaching strategies (67), thinking skills (84), visual thinking (11)
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Learn more about eduprotocols by reading the book, EduProtocols by Marlena Hebern and Joe Corippo. Use these templates as part of your classroom routines that promote active learning and higher-order thinking skills. Use the templates as a guide to creating other templates for eduprotocols using Google Slides, reviewed here. Adapt the slides to fit your content and student grade level. For example, use the 8 Parts of Speech Stories by breaking the content into two or three parts, such as nouns and verbs for younger students, or use the Gallery Walk slides in a math class to create a display of different approaches to a math problem.You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
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Instructional Strategies Playlist - lead4ward
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K to 12
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The strategy playlists on this site provide detailed guidance on strategies that actively engage students in learning. Choose from five different lists that include movement and discourse,...more
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The strategy playlists on this site provide detailed guidance on strategies that actively engage students in learning. Choose from five different lists that include movement and discourse, rehearsal and practice, extending thinking, learning from mistakes, and evidence of learning. Each list contains links to information about each strategy that provides the purpose of the plan, directions, classroom management ideas, and more. Additional links under the playlists share extended details on the strategy and a language support resource.
tag(s): collaboration (105), playlists (8), teaching strategies (67)
In the Classroom
Add these playlists and strategies to your current teaching strategies to encourage students to extend thinking and practice cooperation and collaboration skills. Begin by choosing a current classroom activity that you want to move from passive to active learning, and select an activity on the playlist that supports your learning objectives. Take the time to model the activity and consider classroom management needs such as time allocation and physical space.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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16 Habits of Mind: Remaining Open to Continuous Learning - WonderGrove Kids
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3 to 6
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This YouTube video introduces the Habit of Mind "remaining open to continuous learning," emphasizing the importance of curiosity, reflection, and a willingness to grow from new experiences....more
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This YouTube video introduces the Habit of Mind "remaining open to continuous learning," emphasizing the importance of curiosity, reflection, and a willingness to grow from new experiences. It highlights how learners who stay open-minded seek feedback, embrace challenges, and view mistakes as opportunities to improve rather than setbacks. The video encourages students to develop a mindset of lifelong learning by asking questions, exploring new ideas, and recognizing that learning never truly ends. This resource is especially useful for building a classroom culture around a growth mindset, perseverance, and self-improvement.
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tag(s): thinking routines (29), thinking skills (84)
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Start class by sharing a common mistake (teacher or student-generated). Have students discuss what they can learn from it and how it helps them grow. Have students write about a time they struggled but learned something new. Encourage them to include what they would do differently next time and how staying open helped them improve. After watching the video, have students write one question they are curious about on a sticky note and add it to a class board or use a class Padlet, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Wheel of Names - Random Wheel Spin
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K to 12
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Random Wheel Spin's Wheel of Names is a free, fully customizable spinner designed for classroom use. Teachers and students can add images, text, and colors, or even drag and drop ...more
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Random Wheel Spin's Wheel of Names is a free, fully customizable spinner designed for classroom use. Teachers and students can add images, text, and colors, or even drag and drop Excel or CSV files directly into the wheel. A standout feature is the ability to store hidden activities or actions behind each wheel entry, perfect for embedding quiz questions, writing prompts, fun facts, or learning challenges. When the wheel lands on a student's name, a reveal button appears, allowing teachers or parents to uncover the hidden task. This surprise element keeps lessons engaging and interactive. The Wheel of Names requires no sign-up, supports multiple languages, and can be easily saved, shared, or embedded on school websites.
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tag(s): classroom management (124), Teacher Utilities (199)
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Students can use the Wheel of Names when selecting the order of students to play in a game. Students can use it when picking their favorite GoNoodle, reviewed here video. Add vocabulary words to the wheel with hidden definitions or example sentences for students to reveal and use in a sentence. Add character names or chapters to the wheel with hidden questions that test comprehension or theme analysis. Store short science, math, or history questions behind entries and have teams compete to answer correctly for points.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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The EduProtocols Podcast - Rebel Teacher Alliance
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K to 12
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This biweekly podcast focuses on books, activities, and information based on the EduProtocol book series. Each podcast is approximately thirty minutes long and features prominent members...more
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This biweekly podcast focuses on books, activities, and information based on the EduProtocol book series. Each podcast is approximately thirty minutes long and features prominent members of the education community as part of the discussions. Listen to podcasts on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or directly on their site.
tag(s): critical thinking (166), teaching strategies (67), thinking skills (84), visual thinking (11)
In the Classroom
Take advantage of the podcasts on the site to learn more about EduProtocols and how to implement them in your classroom. The length is perfect for listening on your way to work or during a morning walk. Share podcasts with your peers to learn together, then share ideas on how to implement EduProtocols successfully in your classroom.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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EduProtocol Tutorial Videos - Jacob Carr
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K to 12
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"Mr. Carr on the Web" shares a series of videos that explain the foundation and implementation of three eduprotocols - 8Parts, Sketch & Tell, and Iron Chef. Each video is ...more
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"Mr. Carr on the Web" shares a series of videos that explain the foundation and implementation of three eduprotocols - 8Parts, Sketch & Tell, and Iron Chef. Each video is approximately five minutes long and shares the basics of each protocol, along with ideas for how to use it over five days. If YouTube is blocked at your school, you may have to watch them at another time.
tag(s): critical thinking (166), thinking skills (84), visual thinking (11)
In the Classroom
Use these videos to learn about and reinforce your understanding of these three commonly used eduprotocols. Work with your peers to implement eduprotocols into your classrooms by selecting a protocol to use each month, then meet to reflect and share ideas and experiences. Create slides for eduprotocols using Google Slides, reviewed here or Canva for Education, reviewed here. Additionally, Pear Deck, reviewed here offers several ready-to-go, interactive slide decks for eduprotocol routines.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Explain Everything - Promethean
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K to 12
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Explain Everything is a versatile, cloud-based digital whiteboard platform designed for teachers and students to create, present, and collaborate in real time or asynchronously. Compatible...more
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Explain Everything is a versatile, cloud-based digital whiteboard platform designed for teachers and students to create, present, and collaborate in real time or asynchronously. Compatible with nearly any device, including iPads, Chromebooks, and web browsers, it offers an infinite canvas for drawing, annotating, importing files, recording lessons, and sharing content instantly. Teachers can create interactive presentations and video tutorials, while students can collaborate through shared projects. The platform includes templates, engagement tools like spinners and polls, and integrates with popular learning management systems such as Google Classroom and Canvas. The free version includes up to three projects with one slide, and a 15-minute collaboration with one other person.
tag(s): collaboration (105), Whiteboard (10)
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Have students create visual vocabulary cards on a single whiteboard slide, using drawings, annotations, and voice recordings to explain the meaning and usage of new words. After reading a story or novel, students can recreate a key scene on a single slide using images, sketches, labels, and narration to demonstrate comprehension and analysis. Have students record a short reflection or hypothesis after an experiment or lesson. They can annotate a diagram or photo while explaining their thinking, then share the recording. Use the limited real-time collaboration feature to have a pair of students work together on one slide to brainstorm ideas for a project, story, or debate topic, within a 15-minute time limit.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Free Seating Charts for Classrooms - Storyboard That
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K to 12
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The Seating Chart tool on Storyboard That, reviewed here offers educators an easy-to-use platform to design visually appealing, fully customizable...more
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The Seating Chart tool on Storyboard That, reviewed here offers educators an easy-to-use platform to design visually appealing, fully customizable seating arrangements. With a variety of templates, from striped backgrounds and school supply themes to chalkboard styles, teachers can effortlessly copy and personalize layouts using drag-and-drop functionality, editable text, colors, and shapes. These seating charts help streamline classroom organization, support smooth transitions, assist with learning student names, provide structure for substitutes, and encourage inclusive groupings that foster peer interaction and differentiated learning.
tag(s): behavior (45), classroom management (124)
In the Classroom
Create clear and colorful seating charts to assign spots, making it easier for students to know where to sit and for teachers to take attendance quickly. Provide substitutes with a labeled seating chart that includes student names and key notes, making classroom management smoother when you are absent. Design charts that assign students to small groups for projects or rotations.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Learning Management - PBS LearningMedia
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K to 12
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The Classroom Management collection on PBS LearningMedia offers educators a curated set of professional development resources to cultivate effective learning environments. It highlights...more
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The Classroom Management collection on PBS LearningMedia offers educators a curated set of professional development resources to cultivate effective learning environments. It highlights strategies and best practices in areas such as classroom procedures, time management, student behavior, climate and culture, positive reinforcement, and support for first-year teachers. Each resource, ranging from videos and lesson plans to interactive activities, is designed to help educators create environments that foster engagement, streamline classroom operations, and support student learning. Many of the lessons are also available in Spanish, making them more accessible for diverse teaching communities.
tag(s): behavior (45), classroom management (124), professional development (295), social and emotional learning (144)
In the Classroom
Use short videos or case studies from the collection to have students act out classroom routines (like entering the room or transitioning between tasks). Create posters based on strategies highlighted in the lessons (e.g., steps for group work or attention signals). Students can help design them to increase ownership of classroom procedures. Have students reflect weekly on how classroom strategies (positive reinforcement, transitions, group norms) affect their learning. They can use Canva Docs, reviewed here to write their journals online.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Online Notepad - Online Notepad
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3 to 12
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The OnlineNotep Notepad is a free, browser-based tool that allows students and teachers to quickly create, edit, and save notes without needing an account. Its simple design includes...more
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The OnlineNotep Notepad is a free, browser-based tool that allows students and teachers to quickly create, edit, and save notes without needing an account. Its simple design includes essential features such as typing, copying, pasting, undo/redo, renaming, saving, and printing, making it accessible for learners of all ages. Because it runs entirely online, it eliminates distractions from extra features and focuses on straightforward writing and organization, making it a practical option for journaling, brainstorming, quick reflections, or drafting assignments both in and out of the classroom.
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tag(s): note taking (33), organizational skills (84)
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At the start of class, have students open their notepads to respond to a journal prompt, warm-up question, or reflection, encouraging a daily writing habit in a distraction-free space. Students can use the notepad to brainstorm essay ideas, story concepts, or project plans. They can freely jot down ideas without worrying about formatting, then copy their work into a more formal document later. Younger students can use the notepad to type spelling lists or practice new vocabulary by writing sentences. Teachers can quickly check by having students print or take a screenshot of their work.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Online Cornell Note Method - Online Notepad
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4 to 12
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The Cornell Note interface offers educators and students a streamlined, browser-based platform for creating Cornell-style notes. The tool features separated sections named Cues, Notes,...more
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The Cornell Note interface offers educators and students a streamlined, browser-based platform for creating Cornell-style notes. The tool features separated sections named Cues, Notes, and Summary, allowing users to organize their thoughts in the classic Cornell format. Users can easily structure notes by typing key ideas, inserting visuals, titles, and summaries, while leveraging essential features such as creating, saving, opening, renaming, printing, and editing functions (including undo/redo and copy/paste). This tool does not require sign-up; it is entirely free, and its straightforward interface lets students focus on learning rather than the tool itself.
tag(s): Accessibility (11), note taking (33), organizational skills (84)
In the Classroom
Have students use the Cornell Notes format while listening to a short lecture, story, or read-aloud. They record key points in the Notes section, list vocabulary or guiding questions in the Cues column, and write a one-paragraph Summary at the end. Assign an educational video or podcast. Students take Cornell Notes while watching/listening, then compare their Cues and Summaries in small groups, which encourages active listening and discussion. At the end of class, have students complete only the Summary section of their Cornell Notes as a quick "exit ticket." Teachers can review these to check comprehension and adjust future lessons.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Free Printable Worksheets for Teachers - Wayground (formerly Quizzizz)
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K to 12
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Wayground (formerly Quizizz) provides a wide collection of free printable worksheets and interactive activities for students in grades Kindergarten through twelfth. After creating...more
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Wayground (formerly Quizizz) provides a wide collection of free printable worksheets and interactive activities for students in grades Kindergarten through twelfth. After creating a free account, teachers can access materials across subjects such as math, science, social studies, social emotional learning, fine arts, world languages, reading and writing, and typing. Resources can be downloaded as printable worksheets or launched as interactive quizzes. When using quizzes, teachers can preview, assign, or run live sessions with options for student-led or teacher-led modes. Assignment features allow customization of settings such as timing, attempts, accommodations, question order, answer visibility, and game elements like power-ups and leaderboards. Educators can also create their own content, including assessments, lessons, interactive videos, or passages, with flexible question types and privacy settings for classroom or school use.
tag(s): charts and graphs (193), critical thinking (166), data (199), equations (132), game based learning (286), grammar (140), grammar review (33), matter (50), sign language (16), social and emotional learning (144)
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Students can either complete the worksheet or the quiz on Wayground. When completing a worksheet, students can use Seesaw, reviewed here to show their thinking/understanding of the concept. Students can create their own problems for a quiz on Wayground.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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10 Classroom-Ready Computational Thinking Resources for K-12 - Getting Smart
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K to 12
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Getting Smart's 10 Classroom-Ready Computational Thinking Resources for K-12 is a free article that shares online resources for computational thinking. Some of the resources featured...more
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Getting Smart's 10 Classroom-Ready Computational Thinking Resources for K-12 is a free article that shares online resources for computational thinking. Some of the resources featured include: Computer Science Unplugged: Sorting Algorithm Activities, Google for Education: Exploring Computational Thinking, Poll Everywhere, Thingiverse, and more. After each resource heading, there is a link to the site and a brief description.
tag(s): computational thinking (43), social and emotional learning (144)
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Students can play the computational thinking games that are featured on the site. Students can create their own coding game using Scratch, reviewed here. Students can compare and contrast sites using the Interactive 2 Circle Venn Diagram by Read Write Think, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Gathering Information and Evaluating Resources - Britannica Education
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3 to 5
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This Teach Britannica Lesson Mini: Gathering Information and Evaluating Sources is a ready-to-use research skills lesson for elementary students that helps them learn how to find information...more
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This Teach Britannica Lesson Mini: Gathering Information and Evaluating Sources is a ready-to-use research skills lesson for elementary students that helps them learn how to find information and evaluate sources for trustworthiness. The lesson teaches students to identify primary and secondary sources, understand the difference between digital and non-digital resources, and use effective search strategies. It includes vocabulary, discussion prompts, sorting activities, and real-world research tasks that build digital literacy, critical thinking, and responsible information use. The lesson can be used in literacy, science, social studies, or library/media classes and works well for centers, intervention, or enrichment.
tag(s): evaluating sources (36)
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Have students pretend to be detectives investigating information. Give each group a short article or webpage. They can look for clues that show if the source is strong or weak. As a class, build a checklist of what makes a source trustworthy (author, facts, date, evidence, etc.). Give students a mix of books, articles, websites, and images. Have them sort the sources into categories such as primary/secondary, reliable/unreliable, or digital/print.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Evaluating & Choosing Sources - TeacherTube
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Introduce your students to the basics of selecting reliable research sources with this engaging video. The video explains different types of sources and shows how to determine whether...more
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Introduce your students to the basics of selecting reliable research sources with this engaging video. The video explains different types of sources and shows how to determine whether information is trustworthy by evaluating factors such as accuracy, relevance, and author credibility. Because the video is designed for elementary learners, it can be used by teachers to introduce research skills, information literacy, and responsible internet use in a simple and easy-to-understand way. This makes it a helpful resource for lessons on research projects, writing assignments, or digital literacy.
tag(s): evaluating sources (36)
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Give students a short, fake, or weak source with problems (no author, no date, opinions, incorrect facts). Have students work in groups to improve the source by adding details that would make it more reliable. Give students a simple research question, have them find two sources, and use the ideas from the video to decide which source is better. Show students screenshots of websites or articles. Students can give a thumbs-up or thumbs-down to show whether the source looks trustworthy, then explain why by checking the author, date, and facts.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Insta-Lesson - Insta-Lesson
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K to 12
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Create lesson plans quickly using Insta-Lesson--no registration required. Although any educator can use this tool, the creators designed it to help create substitute plans, complete...more
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Create lesson plans quickly using Insta-Lesson--no registration required. Although any educator can use this tool, the creators designed it to help create substitute plans, complete makeup work, and develop enrichment or remediation activities. Start by adding a lesson topic to begin planning, then select a grade level, and optionally include details such as the learning standard and lesson length. Choose from two options to generate your lesson. The first option builds a lesson through guided steps, while the second option quickly generates a lesson using the information you have already added. When finished, Insta-Lesson sends the completed lesson, teacher guide, and slide presentation to your email.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (256), substitutes (25), Teacher Utilities (199)
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Use this tool to create lesson plans for substitutes or remediation, including detailed instructions and standards-aligned activities. After generating the lesson, use the editing tools to modify the plan as needed to match your professional needs and standards. Share the slide presentation with students and add an exit ticket slide to review upon your return. If needed, clarify directions or provide additional instructions for students or your substitute for your lesson by creating a short recording using Awesome Screenshot, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Google Labs - Google
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Google Labs is your home for finding the latest experiments from Google. Scroll down the page to find resources that encourage creativity, learning, and play. Read a summary of the...more
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Google Labs is your home for finding the latest experiments from Google. Scroll down the page to find resources that encourage creativity, learning, and play. Read a summary of the experiment, then choose the "try it now" link to access and explore the resource. Experiments are added frequently; some examples include a tool that creates and plays chess using AI-generated chess pieces, an experiment that generates images with prompts for storytelling, and an experimental career-dreaming tool.
tag(s): animation (62), artificial intelligence (256), careers (198), french (68), images (263), spanish (107), vocabulary development (100)
In the Classroom
Bookmark and save Google Labs as a resource to find new and unique learning tools. For example, use Whisk to generate animated images for creative writing projects, or explore words with TestFX to enhance vocabulary and add interest to any writing project. Visit Talking Tours with students to tour cultural institutions, landmarks, or highlighted areas of nature or architecture. If sharing this site with older students, ask them to create a screen recording using a tool like Free Screen Recorder Online, reviewed here that provides a tutorial for how to use the experiment and shares examples.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Waveroom - Waveroom
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Waveroom is an online recording studio that lets you record audio and video directly in a web browser without installing any software. The platform can be used to create podcasts, ...more
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Waveroom is an online recording studio that lets you record audio and video directly in a web browser without installing any software. The platform can be used to create podcasts, interviews, lessons, or presentations, and it supports multiple participants recording together with separate audio tracks for easy editing. Because sessions can be shared by link and recordings can be downloaded in high quality, the site works well for student podcast projects, interviews, storytelling, or multimedia reports. Teachers should preview the site and guide students when using it, since an account is required to create recording rooms, and content can be shared online.
tag(s): digital storytelling (158), podcasts (150)
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Have students perform a script, poem, or scene from a story and record it using different voices and expressions. Have students record a debate on a classroom topic or current event. Each student should present an argument and respond to another speaker, helping practice speaking, listening, and reasoning skills. Students can record a short lesson explaining a science concept, such as ecosystems, weather, or space.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Dashboard - RSS.com
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Dashboard is an online podcast hosting platform that lets you create, manage, and publish podcasts through a simple web-based dashboard. Teachers and students can record audio, upload...more
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Dashboard is an online podcast hosting platform that lets you create, manage, and publish podcasts through a simple web-based dashboard. Teachers and students can record audio, upload episodes, and automatically distribute their podcasts to popular listening platforms such as Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon Music without needing advanced technical skills. The site includes tools for organizing episodes, tracking analytics, and sharing podcasts through links or embedded players, making it useful for classroom projects involving storytelling, interviews, book talks, or student-created reports. Because accounts are required to create and publish content, teachers should preview the site and guide students when using it for school projects.
tag(s): digital storytelling (158), podcasts (150)
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Have students record a short podcast episode recommending a book they have read. They should include a summary, a favorite part, and reasons others should read it. Students can create a podcast where they pretend to interview a historical figure. They must research the person, write questions, and answer in character using facts from their research. Have students work in small groups to create a weekly news podcast summarizing important events. Have them include at least one school event, one national story, and one world topic.Edge Features:
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Medieval Meme/Storyboard Generator - ClassTools
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3 to 12
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The ClassTools Meme Generator allows teachers and students to quickly create custom medieval-themed memes or comics by adding text to images using an easy drag-and-drop editor. The...more
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The ClassTools Meme Generator allows teachers and students to quickly create custom medieval-themed memes or comics by adding text to images using an easy drag-and-drop editor. The tool is part of the ClassTools website, which offers free interactive templates to help teachers create engaging classroom activities without installing software or creating an account. Students can design humorous or creative memes using knights, castles, kings, and other medieval characters to summarize learning, show understanding of a topic, or present ideas in a fun and memorable way. Finished memes can be saved as images and shared digitally or printed for classroom use.
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tag(s): comics and cartoons (61), digital storytelling (158), medieval (38), stories and storytelling (71)
In the Classroom
After reading a chapter or short story, have students create a medieval-themed meme that shows the main event, problem, or theme. Students must write a caption that clearly explains what happened using complete sentences or key vocabulary from the lesson. Students choose a character from a story or a historical figure and create a meme that shows one important trait. At the end of a unit, have students create a meme that shows the theme, lesson, or big idea learned. Have them include a short written explanation describing how the meme connects to the topic.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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